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1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASSVIN: WDBFA67F0VF153940

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Historical Records
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Photos
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Sales History
2 records
Sale Prices
2 records
VIN Decoder
30 entries
Market report
Price analytics

Historical Records

Historical records may include service and maintenance records, title status (clean, junk, salvage), insurance records, number of owners, registration events and states, and other information.
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Available historical records for VIN WDBFA67F0VF153940
Latest reported mileage: 510 mi
Below you can see some examples of what these records could look like.
2023-10-21
8 months ago
119,477 mi
Damage reported: minor to moderate damage
Damage to right rear
Damage to rear
2022-05-09
2 years ago
10,194 mi
Vehicle serviced
Tire repaired
2019-07-22
5 years ago
48,254 mi
NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE TITLE ISSUED
Titled or registered as lease vehicle

Sale Record

Sale Date
7 months ago
Latest Price
Odometer
8686 mi
Location
Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
Year1997
ODO 3104 mi
SellerHidden text (Hidden text)
LocationSanta Barbara, CA, 93103
Date
appeared 7 months ago
latest price $9232
sale post disappeared 2021-12-25
Price History
Sale Website Typeclassifieds
Notes
Hidden text
sale information provided by user #758520
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Tech Specs
Body StyleConvertible
ColorRed
Transmission5-Speed Automatic
Engine5.0L V8 32V MPFI DOHC
DriveRear-wheel Drive
Fuel TypeGasoline

Standard Features
All these features are based on a model in general. This specific vehicle may differ.

Sale Record

Sale Date
7 months ago
Latest Price
Odometer
4767 mi
Location
Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
Year1997
ODO 8689 mi
ConditionHidden text
SellerHidden text
LocationSanta Barbara, CA, 93103
Date
appeared 7 months ago
latest price $4692
Sale Website Typeclassifieds
Notes
Hidden text
sale information provided by user #116998
All photos above are REAL and display ACTUAL car. After you get the report you will see full resolution photos.

Tech Specs
Body StyleConvertible
ColorRed
TransmissionAutomatic
Engine5.0 L
Cylinders8 Cyl
DriveRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline

Extra Features

Standard Features
All these features are based on a model in general. This specific vehicle may differ.

Model Analytics & Market Report

We've analyzed more than 780 sales records of this model and here are some numbers.
The average price for new (MSRP) 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS in 1997 was $97,945.
The average price for used 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS nowadays in 2024 is $12,250 which is 13% from the original price.
Estimated mileage driven per year is 4,267 miles.
For this model we also have depreciation curve, photos, list of features and options, and other analytics.
Take a look at 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS model page in BADVIN vehicles catalog.

Depreciation

The graph below is a depreciation curve for 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS. It shows how much this model looses per year in price. This analytics is calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS in each year since the year of manufacturing, current year price and projected price in the future years.
You can scroll the table horizontally to see all columns.
YearAverage MileageAverage Price% Left% Lost
1997 MSRP0 mi$97,945100%0%
19988,534 mi$132,494+$0+0%135.27%-35.27%
199912,801 mi$119,995+$12,499+9.43%122.51%-22.51%
200121,335 mi$63,995+$0+0%65.34%34.66%
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Price vs Mileage

The graph below shows how mileage affects the price for 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS. This data was calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS by mileage and number of sales.
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MileageAverage PriceSample Size
40,000 mi$15,90016 sales
45,000 mi$16,59522 sales
50,000 mi$19,90057 sales
55,000 mi$15,99536 sales
60,000 mi$18,90013 sales
65,000 mi$16,50017 sales
→ Visit 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS depreciation page to see full data.

VIN Decoder — 30 records

Engine
Displacement (CC)

Engine displacement (in cubic centimeters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

5000
Displacement (CI)

Engine displacement (in cubic inches) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

305.1187204736
Displacement (L)

Engine displacement (in liters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

5
Engine Brake (hp) From

Engine brake is the horsepower (hp) at the engine output shaft. Engine Brake (hp) From is the lower value of the range.

315
Engine Configuration

Engine configuration defines how engine cylinders are arranged. Common values are V6 for V-shaped arrangement, I4 or L4 for in-line arrangement.

V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer

This data element captures the name of the engine manufacturer.

Mercedes-Benz
Engine Number of Cylinders

This is a numerical field to store the number of cylinders in an engine. Common values for passenger cars are 4 or 6.

12
Fuel Type - Primary

Fuel type defines the fuel used to power the vehicle. For vehicles that have two power sources, such as plug-in hybrid vehicle, both primary fuel type and secondary fuel type will be provided.

Gasoline
Exterior / Body
Body Class

Body Class presents the body type based on 49 CFR 565.12(b): "Body type means the general configuration or shape of a vehicle distinguished by such characteristics as the number of doors or windows, cargo-carrying features and the roofline (e.g., sedan, fastback, hatchback)." Definitions are not provided for individual body types in the regulation.

Convertible/Cabriolet
Doors

This is a numerical field to store the number of doors on a vehicle.

2
Exterior / Dimension
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the lower bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the higher bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
General
Make

Per 49 CFR 565, Make is a name that a manufacturer applies to a group of vehicles or engines.

MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer Name
Name of the vehicle manufacturer.
MERCEDES-BENZ CARS
Model

Per 49 CFR 565, Model means a name that a manufacturer applies to a family of vehicles of the same type, make, line, series and body type.

SL-Class
Model Year

If the model year (MY) is supplied when the VIN is decoded, such as from a crash report or a vehicle registration record, the MY value will be the supplied MY, even if the MY decoded from the VIN differs from the supplied MY. If the MY is not supplied when the VIN is decoded, the MY value will be decoded from the 10th character in the VIN.

1997
Plant City

This data element captures the city of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

BREMEN
Plant Country

This data element captures the country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

GERMANY
Plant State

This data element captures the State or Province name within the Plant Country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

BREMEN
Series

Per 49 CFR 565, Series means a name that a manufacturer applies to a subdivision of a "line" denoting price, size or weight identification and that is used by the manufacturer for marketing purposes.

SL500
Trim

Trim levels further identify a vehicle by a particular set of special features. Higher trim levels either will add to the features of the base (entry-level model), or replace them with something else.

129
Vehicle Type

This field defines the type of the vehicle based on the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI).

PASSENGER CAR
Internal
NCSA Body Type

An internal NHTSA field to capture the body type of the vehicle.

Convertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar)
NCSA Make

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Make of the vehicle.

Mercedes-Benz
NCSA Model

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Model of the vehicle.

SL Class (95 on)
Passive Safety System
Other Restraint System Info

Other Restraint Info field is used to code additional information about restraint system that cannot be coded in any other restraint fields.

Type-2 Belt with ETR: Emergency Tensioning Retractors for Driver and Passenger. Rear Belts: Type-2 Belts (Line: 129, 210)
Seat Belt Type

This field describes the type of seat belt, such as manual or automatic. Automatic seat belts automatically close over riders in a vehicle. Automatic seat belts were mainly used in some older model GM, Nissan, and Honda vehicles and are rarely seen now.

Manual
Passive Safety System / Air Bag Location
Front Air Bag Locations

This field captures the location of frontal air bags. Frontal air bags are generally designed to deploy in "moderate to severe" frontal or near-frontal crashes.

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Knee Air Bag Locations

This field captures the location of knee air bags, which deploy from a car's lower dashboard, are meant to distribute impact forces on an occupant's legs in the case of a crash, thereby reducing leg injuries.

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag Locations

This field captures the location of side air bags, typically designed for three areas of added protection: chest/torso, head, or both.

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
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Frequently asked questions
Hail damage, if noted, is detailed with specifics on the impact to the body and glass, which can affect the aesthetic and structural integrity of the 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ.
Ownership history, including the number of previous owners and how long they owned the vehicle, can indicate how well the 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ vehicle was maintained, if such records are available.
The report may include detailed records of previous repairs, including parts replaced, to give you a clear picture of the 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ vehicle's repair history, depending on the records available.
Recall or defect reports, if available, indicate manufacturing flaws needing correction, impacting safety and possibly necessitating urgent repairs for the 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ.
Vehicle values are typically derived from leading sources and might indicate trade-in, retail, and other value ranges, providing a pricing baseline for the 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS, based on available data.
Dismantled status, if noted, shows the vehicle has been taken apart for parts or salvage, significantly impacting the 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ's value and functionality.
If theft records are present, it’s crucial to ensure the vehicle has been recovered and legally cleared for sale to avoid potential legal issues, depending on the accuracy of the data.
Our reports may track major service milestones such as brake rotor replacements, detailing when and how often they have occurred, if this information is recorded.
Yes, you can use the window sticker to check if a 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS has certain safety features, as it includes details on safety equipment and any related safety package options.
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